Resonance 101
This course explains what resonance is and how it is used in singing and speaking. Resonance exercises are included and overtones (harmonics) are explained.
These classes cover the physiology of resonance, how harmonics work within the voice to amplify and enhance our sound along resonance exercises.
• MFA (Voice) National Institute Dramatic Art, Sydney
• Master Director – Endeavour Harmony Chorus
• 30 years experience in choral musical leadership
Lea Baker (she / her) is a voice pedagogue, singing teacher, singer and voice coach. Her teaching philosophy focuses on tension-free, resonant and embodied singing. With a firm grounding in the science and physiology of the human instrument, Lea helps students discover their natural, organic and instinctive voice.
Lea is the founder and Music / Artistic Director of Endeavour Harmony Chorus, a multi award winning acappella ensemble in Sydney, Australia. Having formed the group 25 years ago, she has refined the training of her new chorus members to the specific and relevant skills they need. All her chorus members undertake the online Choirs Vocal Program.
“The course doesn’t replace vocal education at rehearsals, but it’s an excellent precursor, giving our new singers a solid understanding of key vocal concepts to build on at our weekly choir rehearsals” Lea Baker.
Lea is a full-time voice teacher – online and at her studio in Sydney. She is an in-demand coach for ensembles and quartets around Australia.
Lea is a proud member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS), Australian National Association of Teachers of Singing (ANATS), Australian Society of Music Educators (ASME), Sweet Adelines International (SAI) and The National Association of Music Educators (NAfME).
Resonance Part 1
Resonance Part 2 - Overtones
Resonance Instruction
Example of back space dominant sound
Example of front space dominant singing
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